Recently I wrote an article about why I don’t like the use of folders in SharePoint Document Libraries. Some comments left on that article prompted me to describe one approach to using sub-sites instead of folders for managing documents. The specific...

I am asked on a regular basis how I feel about the use of Document Library folders. To be honest, I always tell people “avoid them”. This response always stirs up controversy so I though I would write this article to help you better understand...

CSF – Simplify the Contribution and Management of Content Many Intranets I have seen over the years have been implemented with the focus being on a single consumer audience. This model may work well for an Internet (public facing) site; however...

I have been asked to speak at the Inland Empire SharePoint User Group meeting this next Tuesday, 5/24/2011. I would like to thank Rod Lawrence and Brian Kelly for asking me to do this; I always enjoy it and am looking forward to it. My session will focus...

CSF #1 – Thoroughly Understand What it is You Are Building I know, this sounds somewhat ridiculous right? Of course you know what you are building; an Intranet! One thing I have learned over the years is to not assume everyone has the same understanding...

There are many factors that will play in to the success of your SharePoint Intranet implementation. Below you will find the ones I have found to be the most critical; meaning, if you fail at these, the chances of your implementation succeeding are significantly...

If you have ever followed any of my blog posts, seen me at any conferences speaking or worked with me, you know I am a huge fan of Mindjet’s MindManager product as a planning, design, architecture, project management and communications tool. Its...

Many do not realize the bridge business users must traverse when moving their documents from local drives and file shares to a new document management solution; this can be overwhelming to many. Thus it is imperative to implement a solution that promotes...

The term “findability” refers to a solution that provides meaningful and accurate information to consumers (personas) that proactively supports business decisions. Once CSF #1, simplify the storage and management of content, has been addressed and solved...

It has been my experience that users may find it difficult to change their habits from using local drives, file shares, e-mail, etc. to new document management technology. In addition, if this new document management technology is difficult to use, they...